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Centennial baseball team erupts for 30 runs in victory over Polar Bears

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Thursday's non-conference game against visiting Des Moines North provided an opportunity for Ankeny Centennial baseball coach Mark Hey to go deep into his bench. Even if the contest lasted just four innings. The Jaguars exploded for 17 runs in the first inning and then added 13 more in the second to post a 30-0 victory. It was the most lopsided win in … [Read more...] about Centennial baseball team erupts for 30 runs in victory over Polar Bears

Jaguars hold on for 11-10 victory despite 6 errors, earn split against Mason City

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The Ankeny Centennial baseball team held off a late rally by visiting Mason City to earn a split of Wednesday's doubleheader. The Jaguars scored six runs in the first inning and four more in the third to build an 11-3 lead in the nightcap after dropping an 8-4 decision in the opener. The Mohawks rallied for three runs in the fourth, one in the sixth and … [Read more...] about Jaguars hold on for 11-10 victory despite 6 errors, earn split against Mason City

Oakie, Churchman combine for 20 K’s as Jaguars roll to pair of wins at Ames

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It's hard for a team to build some confidence when it's struggling to win games. That's why Monday's doubleheader at Ames may have been a turning point for the Ankeny Centennial baseball team. The Jaguars won both games of the CIML Iowa Conference twinbill for only their second sweep of the season. They posted a 5-0 victory in the opener, then followed … [Read more...] about Oakie, Churchman combine for 20 K’s as Jaguars roll to pair of wins at Ames

Jaguars top Muscatine behind Miller’s strong relief effort, 6 extra-base hits

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The Ankeny Centennial baseball team picked up one win on Saturday at the Cedar Rapids Kennedy Invitational and nearly got another one. After posting a 12-5 victory over Muscatine at Mount Mercy University, the Jaguars built a 4-0 lead against Kennedy before the host Cougars rallied for three runs in the fourth inning and three more in the fifth to defeat … [Read more...] about Jaguars top Muscatine behind Miller’s strong relief effort, 6 extra-base hits

Churchman, Oakie blast homers in Jaguars’ 11-3 victory at Knoxville

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The Ankeny Centennial baseball team bounced back from a doubleheader loss to Ankeny with an 11-3 victory at Knoxville in a non-conference game on Thursday. Damin Churchman and Joey Oakie each hit a home run in the win. Those were the Jaguars' first two homers of the season. Oakie went 2-for-4 and drove in two runs, while Gabe Murphy went 2-for-4 and … [Read more...] about Churchman, Oakie blast homers in Jaguars’ 11-3 victory at Knoxville

Jaguars split twinbill at Marshalltown, will host Ankeny on Wednesday

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Two baseball teams trying to find some consistency split a CIML Iowa Conference doubleheader on Monday at Marshalltown. Ankeny Centennial posted a 12-8 victory in the opener. The host Bobcats then answered with a 10-8 win in the nightcap. "It was very sloppy," said Centennial coach Mark Hey. "There were a lot of walks and a lot of errors on both … [Read more...] about Jaguars split twinbill at Marshalltown, will host Ankeny on Wednesday

Centennial hits 5 doubles in 12-2 victory over North Polk at Heggen Invitational

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The Ankeny Centennial baseball team has been working hard on taking an extra base when the opportunity presents itself. On Saturday, the Jaguars did just that during a 12-2 victory over North Polk in five innings at the Tim Heggen Invitational. They had 12 hits in the game, including five doubles. "Most of them weren't doubles off the wall," said … [Read more...] about Centennial hits 5 doubles in 12-2 victory over North Polk at Heggen Invitational

No. 2 Urbandale builds big lead, holds on for 12-5 victory over Jaguars

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The Ankeny Centennial baseball team dropped a 12-5 decision to second-ranked Urbandale in a non-conference game on Friday at Centennial. The J-Hawks jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the first inning. They added three runs in the second, one in the third and four more in the fifth to build a 12-1 advantage before Centennial scored three times in the bottom of … [Read more...] about No. 2 Urbandale builds big lead, holds on for 12-5 victory over Jaguars

Jaguars get their bats going, sweep doubleheader against Roosevelt

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After a rough start to the season, the Ankeny Centennial baseball team seems to have found a groove. The Jaguars improved their record to 3-4 by sweeping a non-conference doubleheader against visiting Des Moines Roosevelt on Wednesday. They posted a 12-2 victory in six innings in the opener, then completed the sweep with a 7-3 triumph. "We swung the … [Read more...] about Jaguars get their bats going, sweep doubleheader against Roosevelt

Jaguars earn their first win of the season during split against Fort Dodge

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The Ankeny Centennial baseball team split a doubleheader against visiting Fort Dodge in the CIML Iowa Conference opener for both squads on Tuesday. The Jaguars won the opener, 4-3, for their first win of the season. Fort Dodge then won the nightcap, 5-3. Easton Miller went 3-for-4 and scored two runs for Centennial (1-4) in the first game. Joey Oakie … [Read more...] about Jaguars earn their first win of the season during split against Fort Dodge

Johnston’s Pemble tosses no-hit gem in 10-0 victory over Centennial

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A trip to Johnston probably wasn't what the Ankeny Centennial baseball team needed after being swept in a season-opening doubleheader on Monday at Ottumwa. The defending Class 4A state champion Dragons got a no-hitter from junior Jake Pemble and rolled to a 10-0 victory over Centennial on Wednesday in six innings. Pemble walked one and had eight … [Read more...] about Johnston’s Pemble tosses no-hit gem in 10-0 victory over Centennial

Centennial struggles at the plate, drops both games to open season at Ottumwa

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On the opening night of the high school baseball season, Ankeny Centennial allowed just three total runs in a non-conference doubleheader on Monday at Ottumwa. Somehow, the Jaguars lost both games. Ottumwa posted a 2-1 victory in the first game in walk-off fashion, then completed the sweep with a 1-0 triumph in the nightcap. Centennial had just three … [Read more...] about Centennial struggles at the plate, drops both games to open season at Ottumwa

Inexperienced Jaguars ‘just want to improve each week’ throughout season

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With only four returning starters, the Ankeny Centennial baseball team enters the season with a lot of question marks. Centennial coach Mark Hey is optimistic, though, that he'll be able to find some answers. "We have some really talented young players who have good instincts for the game," Hey said. "I think we have several pitchers who will have … [Read more...] about Inexperienced Jaguars ‘just want to improve each week’ throughout season

Hansen to play for Morningside, while Monosmith commits to Iowa Lakes

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Two more members of the Ankeny Centennial baseball team have made their college plans. Senior pitcher Trey Hansen has committed to play for Morningside College. Senior outfielder Gabriel Monosmith is headed to Iowa Lakes Community College. "It was a tough decision," said Monosmith. "COVID-19 and the NCAA decisions made my search challenging. I did … [Read more...] about Hansen to play for Morningside, while Monosmith commits to Iowa Lakes

Centennial’s Powell commits to play for Illinois Central Community College

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Ankeny Centennial's Jackson Powell is hoping to eventually play baseball at the Division I level. The senior catcher ultimately decided that the best way to get there is to go to a junior college first. "It's been a crazy year with COVID-19, and all of the additional years of eligibility given to collegiate athletes has really messed things up with the … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Powell commits to play for Illinois Central Community College

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Keaton Gray, Ankeny Centennial baseball

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Senior shortstop Keaton Gray helped the Ankeny Centennial baseball team to a 14-12 record this season. He was a repeat selection to the CIML Central Conference first team. Gray batted .333 and had 12 RBIs. He scored a team-high 19 runs for the Jaguars. Here is some inside info on Gray: Congratulations on an outstanding season. Are you satisfied with … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Keaton Gray, Ankeny Centennial baseball

Brecht, Gray again named to CIML Central Conference first team

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If the baseball coaches in the CIML Central Conference wanted to build a team from scratch, Ankeny pitcher Brody Brecht might be one of the first players selected. Ankeny Centennial shortstop Keaton Gray would be another player that coaches could build a team around. Both Brecht and Gray have been named to the Central Conference first team for the … [Read more...] about Brecht, Gray again named to CIML Central Conference first team

Blimpie Sub of the Week: Eliot Alberhasky, Ankeny Centennial baseball

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Junior Eliot Alberhasky is a member of the eighth-ranked Ankeny Centennial baseball team. He helped the Jaguars to a 14-12 record this season. Alberhasky compiled a 2-2 mark on the mound with a 4.85 ERA. He limited opposing batters to a .178 average. Alberhasky posted wins over Marshalltown on June 19 and Valley on June 26. He allowed no earned runs … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Eliot Alberhasky, Ankeny Centennial baseball